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My day at the OU campus

Open University Students' Association Office
Open University Students' Association Office

Surviving the OU editor David Wells reflects on a recent visit to the Open University campus and believes students are in safe hands. Last month I was cordially invited to visit the Open University campus in Milton Keynes. It has taken me a couple of weeks to soak up the experience of...

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Open University and the Library

Open University Library

By Leanne Goodall Do you use it or is it just nostalgic? On a recent visit to the Open University Campus at Milton Keynes I was lucky enough to get a tour of the wonderful library. I found it incredibly exciting to be there and was in awe on all those amazing...

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OUSA Explained

By Leanne Goodall If you’re an OU student then you’ve probably heard of OUSA but if not don’t worry, we’re about to explain. Do you know what the point of OUSA is and how they can help you? If you’re like me or many other students that I’ve spoken to then you...

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#New2OU – Student Advice

Open University students starting a module

By Leanne Goodall I’m feeling quite calm about my next module and the fact that it will soon be starting. However, I have been reminiscing about my nerves as a newer student in previous years. It’s got me thinking about the excitement and nerves of all the new OU students that are...

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Latest Open University News

Once again this past week we’ve been busy scanning across the internet to find the latest information and Open University courses. This week we find out why true education is for life and not just A-level results day, explore links between brain function and social issues and one man’s harrowing recollection of...

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OU Students: Preparing to start your module

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The glasses are down and off for a break from those Open University TMAs

By Leanne Goodall How does an OU student prepare to start their academic year? The obvious answer is in many similar ways to any other students but there are a few differences to consider. Perhaps you’re about to embark on a new module or maybe you’re taking the very first step of...

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7 tips for picking your next OU module

By Leanne Goodall Are you trying to decide which module is right for you? It’s that time of year when many students have finished their modules and are moving on but not everyone finds it simple to choose which module is best for them. Here are 7 tips to help you pick...

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